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htuttle

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Fri Jun-18-04 11:02 AM
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3. I would think that this is obvious

Who is more politically vulnerable? Bush, trying to keep a score of scandals in check, or Kerry?

If you are negotiating, would you rather deal with a party that is more vulnerable, or less so? Do you want to play chess against a weakened opponent or a strong one?

Putin is a renowned Judo practioner, and I've seen evidence that his strategies often spring from this background. He's using the weight of the US against itself. He's taking advantage of Bush's momentum, and giving him a little push along the way for good measure.

Do you have any idea how rich Russia is getting due to the price of oil right now?

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